Masoor Dal (Cooked)
Masoor Dal is a delicious and nutritious lentil soup made with red lentils, onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is also a great source of protein and dietary fiber, thanks to the lentils. Moreover, it is rich in iron and other essential minerals. This is an easy-to-make recipe that can be served with rice or roti for a satisfying meal.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
143 kcal
Protein
6 g
Carbs
19 g
Fat
5 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Red gram, dal
0.5 cup (100g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Ginger, fresh
1 tsp grated (5g)
Coriander Powder
1.5 tsp (3g)
Plain Water
500 ml (500g)
Garam Masala
0.25 tsp (0.75g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Chopped Onion
1 small cup (80g)
Chopped Tomato
2 small cup (200g)
Clove Garlic, Chopped
1 tsp (5g)
Chopped Green Chilli
2 tsp (4g)
Olive Oil
1 tbsp (15g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
In a pressure cooker, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they turn translucent.
Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the raw smell goes away.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and turn mushy.
Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Stir well.
Add the red lentils and water. Mix well and close the pressure cooker.
Cook on high heat for 2-3 whistles. Reduce heat and let the pressure release naturally.
Open the pressure cooker and stir the dal. If the dal is too thick, add some water to adjust the consistency.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
NotesNutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used
Community Reviews & Results
Nidhi Reddy
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Aniket Chauhan
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Swata Rathore
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